Aberystwyth is the principal holiday resort of the west coast of Wales

Visit Aberystwyth, a vibrant university town with an elegant promenade, shops, pubs, restaurants and seashore cliff railway

Aberystwyth beachfront and paddling pool

Ceredigion Museum in Aberystwyth, a colourful venue, just off the high street

Aberystwyth to Tregaron Cycle Route

Devils Bridge foot path with incredible, breathtaking vistas

Devils Bridge, the iconic 3 bridges, built on top of each other

Vale of Rheidol Railway, a fun experience for all ages

Well worth a visit the Red Kites at Bwlch Nant yr Arian

Magnificent Red Kites are fed daily at Bwlch Nant yr Arian Visitor Centre at 2pm in winter and 3pm in summer all year round. You can expect to see as many as 100 Kites in summer and more in winter months.

The Hafod Estate, fantastic walks and exciting footbridges to discover

Silver Mountain Experience, an award winning attraction, this silver-lead mine was saved from dereliction and opened within a 7 acre Discovery Park in the Heart of the beautiful Cambrian Mountains

Strata Florida Abbey, there is much to captivate at this evocative, historically important site. Make your own replica tile in the Visitors Centre

Fantasy Farm Park is situated in the heart of the beautiful Mid-Wales countryside, there are lots of animals to see at Fantasy Farm Park also tractor & trailer rides, pedal boats, go carts, crazy golf, an outdoor play area and indoor soft play area

Aberaeron harbour town has a variety of interesting little craft shops, cafes and the award winning Harbourmaster Restaurant is well worth a visit

A magnificent statue of a Welsh Cob Stallion - donated to the town by The Aberaeron festival of Welsh Ponies and Cobs

This stylish
barn conversion with Hot Tub near Aberystwyth is set in beautiful countryside with
views of the Cambrian Mountains from its private, pet friendly garden.

Furnished
to a high standard with great attention to detail, it is a home from home –
but more luxurious! Relax at the end of a day of strenuous holidaying in a
haze of hot tub bubbles!

The
cottage is at the end of a row of three, surrounded by land farmed by the
same family for over 100 years for sheep and beef – and if your holiday is
not complete without bringing your own horse, livery is also available on
the farm (by prior arrangement).

Tucked
away in beautiful countryside from the scenic coastline to the Cambrian
Mountains, this luxurious holiday cottage is ideally located for outdoor
enthusiasts. Walking, fishing, wildlife/nature reserves, cycling,
paint-balling, quad bike treks and golf courses are all available in and
around the Cambrian Mountains.

And with
the University town of Aberystwyth only 5 miles away you have access to a wealth
of town-based activities too and can enjoy the best of both worlds!

Your dog
is welcome too!

Recommended by the Sunday Mirror's Travel Insiders.

About The Area

Eating out from Yr Hen Beudy

Within a two miles of the cottage enjoy good food and drink at 'Y Ffarmers' in the pretty village of Llanfihangel y Creuddyn - it is family and dog friendly and has a lovely beer garden - or the 'New Cross Inn' at nearby New Cross. The Talbot Hotel at Tregaron is also good and in Aberaeron there is a selection of top class eateries including the Manuka Restaurant. Aberystwyth too has a wide variety of eating and drinking places to choose from - do try the seafront restaurant Gwest Cymru on Marine Terrace - great food and lovely views!

Aberystwyth

A 10 minute drive from this comfortable holiday cottage is the vibrant university town of Aberystwyth.

Home to the National Library of Wales where you can visit the Art Centre and Theatre, with its year-round programme of events.

Aberystwyth nestles between 3 hills and has 2 beaches. With a wide, sweeping promenade overlooked by Victorian and Georgian buildings, there is also a pier and harbour as well as castle ruins.

A visit to the Ceredigion Museum on the high street is a must!

Try a ride on the longest electric cliff railway in Britain climbing to the top of Constitution Hill. There is a fantastic panoramic view, a 'Camera Obscura' and a café for a little refreshment.

On every first and third Saturday there is a Farmers market - well worth a visit!

Borth

A small seaside village with a long sandy and shingle beach, popular with families and surfers alike.

At the southern end of the beach, you can sometimes see ancient remains of a submerged forest.

There are those who like to think that these are remains of Cantre'r Gwaelod, a legendary Welsh land which was flooded and lost through the carelessness of its night watchman.

Borth Animalarium is a zoo in miniature - home to a mixture of exotic and unusual animals such as monkeys, wallabies, snakes and crocodiles and also some more domestic animals that visitors are able to pet and feed.

The Rheidol Valley Steam Railway near Aberystwyth holiday cottage

Excursions run from Aberystwyth to Devil's Bridge - enjoy spectacular views of the wooded Rheidol Valley on the hour-long journey. At Devil's Bridge you can see the famous '3 bridges' and walk through the valley to view the dramatic waterfalls.

Rheidol Cycle Trail

This 28 km trail takes you from Aberystwyth to Devils Bridge and Nant yr Arian where there is a selection of trails available from the Visitor Centre. Perhaps your dog would enjoy running alongside?

Rheidol Riding Centre

Rheidol Riding centre is approximately a 10 minute drive from Yr Hen Beudy.

All types of leisure riding are offered from 1/2 hour lead rein for small children (minimum of 4 years old) on quiet ponies, to the more exciting one and two & half hour hacks for competent riders.

All-day rides can be arranged for experienced riders and also pub rides during the holiday season.

The Magic of Life Butterfly House, Rheidol Valley

Come and see some of the largest and most colourful butterflies in the world! Walk among them and watch them feeding, courting and laying eggs.

Devils Bridge

Famous for the unique arrangement of its three bridges which are built one on top of the other, it is believed that the original bridge was built by either the Cistercian monks of Strata Florida abbey or by the Knights Templar. Various paths are accessed via coin-operated turnstiles that lead down to either side of the bridges.

The longest, steepest path goes right down to the valley floor giving wonderful views of spectacular cascading waterfalls and crossing the raging torrent before climbing back all the way up the other side.

The Hafod Estate

Travel a little further inland to the Hafod Estate in the Ystwyth Valley. Recognised as one of the finest examples in Europe of a ‘Picturesque’ landscape (an ideal which was part of the 18th Century Romantic Movement), this has been renovated and conserved and won an award for the Restoration of a Georgian Landscape in 2007.

If you enjoy walking this is a joy. The estate contains a number of laid-out paths which you can walk alone or with a guide. There are waterfalls, a narrow suspension bridge over a gorge, an obelisk built in 1805, narrow wooded valleys, open parkland, rushing streams and an alpine bridge. Amongst all of these is a huge variety of wildlife.

Strata Florida Abbey (Vale of Flowers)

This is an atmospheric and evocative, historically important site. The majesty of the huge carved west doorway illustrates how impressive this building must once have been.

The plan of the church can still be clearly traced and some of the original richly decorated tiles from the Abbey are still intact.

Llywernog Silver/Lead Mine - Museum and Caverns

Venture a few miles inland and visit Llywernog - an authentic 18th century silver mine. This will offer Llywernog a fascinating insight into life nearly 200 years ago, when the mine employed over 60 people.

Today, Llywernog is a unique and educational family adventure and continues to be developed as a major all-weather attraction.

Tregaron

Tregaron is a small traditional market town lying on the river Brenig, a tributary of the River Teifi. In the main square you will find the Rhiannon Welsh Gold Centre, a wonderful shop and gallery showcasing beautiful Welsh gold jewellery.

Just outside Tregaron, is the Caron National Nature Reserve, one of the finest raised bog systems in Britain – areas of deep peat built up over the last 12000 years surrounded by complex and unique natural habitats.

Paths, bird hides, information points and guided walks and displays are provided and visitors are welcome to wander freely and enjoy .

Red Kite Feeding Centre, Bwlch Nant yr Arian, Ponterwyd

This is an award winning forest re-creation centre, famous for daily Red Kite feeding which can be seen, along with lovely views, from its completely re-developed Visitor Centre. The centre is now an ecologically-friendly building with excellent restaurant facilities and a gift shop.

The daily Red Kite feeding can also be seen from many places around the lake and there is a video system with a number of cameras around the lake which give you a close-up view of the birds.

Aberaeron

This quaint Georgian town with its brightly painted houses is within a half an hour drive. Originally a small fishing village, it grew into one of the major trading ports on the Cardigan Bay Coast and became a bustling centre for many successful industries including ship building and producing the famous long handled, heart shaped, Aberaeron shovel.

Now the the town has lots of boutique-style shops to browse, art galleries, small tea shops and an excellent fish and chip take-away, as well as the famous 'Hive on the Quay' with its unique mouth-watering honey ice cream!

Fantasy Farm Llanrhystud

Something for all the family to enjoy from friendly animals to exciting adventure or just relaxing in the splendour of Fantasy Farm Park. Activities include go-carts, soft play area, animals, rodeo and a restaurant.

Property Layout

3 bedrooms sleeping a maximum of 6. 2 Doubles
both with Kingsize beds and ensuite shower rooms
and 1 Twin. All on the ground floor.

Bathroom with hand held shower over double ended bath on
the ground floor.

Fuel - Under floor heating by bio mass boiler
inclusive May to September. Outside these dates £25 p/w. Start pack
of logs free, additional logs can be purchased from the owner £5
per bag

Dogs - 1 welcome free, 2nd @ £25 p/w

Travel cot - Yes

Highchair - Yes

Access Information

Is there parking for at least one car within the cottage grounds? Yes

Is there a gate to open? Yes

If no parking within the grounds is there parking within 100m? Yes

Does this parking have reserved disabled spaces (min width 3.6m)? Yes

Are there paths? Yes

Are paths level and firm? Yes

Type of suface Gravel

Are there dropped kerbs or changes in level? Yes

Are paths at least 1.2m wide? Yes

Are there dropped kerbs or changes in level? Yes

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Why you love Yr Hen Beudy

Helen, Ian, Rene, Eric & Alice say many thanks, what a fabulous place. We will return. Many thanks Mair for your attention to detail and the provision of a ramp to assist with access - very thoughtful. Best wishes.

Helen Davie

We stayed at the cottage for a week over Easter with my elderly parents. The cottage was wonderful and, as the bedrooms were on the ground floor, it made it even easier for my parents as stairs are becoming difficult to climb. The hot tub was a wonderful feature which my husband and I enjoyed every night - even in the rain!!

Mrs Topping

Wow- what a fantastic place, house is wonderful and fully equipped. We have enjoyed our stay, playing in the garden and visiting Bear & Lime at the horse yard. Alex (next door) and her son are very welcoming. We would definitely visit again. The local area is worth a visit but beware of the very steep climb back from the valley floor.

Sue, Sam, Rich, Katie & Ollie

Diolch! The Welsh is coming along now. Thank you for another great week & apologies for the boys cars.... We hope to see you again soon.

Sue & Tim, Fliss & Dave, Sophie & James, Surrey

Couldn't believe it when we walked in. It was amazing, the attention to every little detail was beyond expectations. The location was beautiful with amazing views. We even got an introduction to the horses and stabling especially Alfie and Rory.
Was made very welcome by Mair and she couldn't do enough for us.
Would definitely give the location, accommodation and welcome 10 out of 10 and are looking forward to coming back soon.
Thanks for making the start of 2014 special for us all.

The best Father's day surprise to date. Superb accommodation set in the beautiful west Wales countryside with views to die for. The quality and layout of the cottage made everything so special and relaxing at the same time. The children also enjoyed the gardens and farm, so much for them to see. We will certainly be revisiting.
Thanks for everything.

Mr & Mrs Coverdale, Skye & Jay, Ceredigion

This is a 'home from home' but far more luxurious! From the second we arrived, we felt instantly relaxed. The house is so well thought out and designed - it worked perfectly for our 5 year old girl and 2 year old twin boys.
It was a delight to see their faces on seeing so many animals as soon as they woke up, priceless.
We're going to steal some of your decor ideas when we get home, as this house is beautiful inside and out.
We'll be back. Thank you.

Kevin, Lynsey, Lily-Ann, Owen and Ruby Broom, Berkshire

Property Layout

3 bedrooms sleeping a maximum of 6. 2 Doubles
both with Kingsize beds and ensuite shower rooms
and 1 Twin. All on the ground floor.

Bathroom with hand held shower over double ended bath on
the ground floor.